Sometimes You Just Need Someone To Think With
Sometimes You Need To Talk It Out
You’re deep in your book journey, and you’ve hit a wall (ouch). Maybe you can’t figure out your title. Perhaps a chapter isn’t flowing. Maybe you’re drowning in too many story options or can’t see the themes that tie everything together.
You don’t need a full coaching programme. You need someone who understands books and creativity to think through the problem with you for an hour.
That’s what brainstorming with me is for.
What We Can Brainstorm Together?
Story structure issues:
Your stories aren’t flowing together, chapters feel disconnected, or you can’t see the overall arc.
Title and subtitle exploration:
Using creativity and AI to generate options that capture your book’s essence. Ask me about my CONE framework.
Theme identification:
You know your stories, but can’t articulate the universal themes that tie them together. They will be in there.
Writer’s block breakthroughs:
When words won’t come and you need strategies that actually work.
AI creative partnership:
How to use artificial intelligence as a brainstorming tool without losing yourself to the machines.
Chapter challenges:
One particular chapter is giving you grief, and you need a fresh perspective. I’ve seen myself slave over a chapter only to chuck it in the bin -it happens.
Reader journey clarity:
You’re unclear about the transformation you’re guiding readers through.
Vulnerability navigation:
How to share difficult stories in ways that serve rather than re-traumatise.
Publishing direction:
Should you traditionally publish, self-publish, or keep exploring?
Platform building:
How your book connects to your broader business and brand goals.
How These Sessions Work?
60 minutes of focused creativity:
We dive straight into your specific challenge. No fluff, no general chat, just concentrated problem-solving.
My full attention:
These aren’t coaching calls where I’m thinking about your overall journey. They’re laser-focused on solving the problem you bring.
Multiple perspectives:
I’ll offer different ways to approach your challenge, drawing from my 13 years of book coaching experience and writing.
AI integration when helpful:
If artificial intelligence could help unlock your creative block, I’ll show you exactly how to use it.
Practical next steps:
You’ll leave with clear actions you can take immediately.
Follow-up if needed:
Book multiple sessions if you have several challenges, or return when new obstacles arise.
Brainstorm With Dale Investment
Single session: 60 minutes, single payment, book as many as you need.
Two-session package: Includes developmental editing option on your manuscript sections.
Flexibility: Book one session to try it out, then return when other challenges arise.
Investment: Single session fee – click on sign up for current pricing.
How to book: Use the button below. You will be offered my calendar. Choose a day and time. (I’m usually online in the mornings UK time, but I’m flexible if you are in another timezone or none of the dates work.)
Preparation: Come with your stories, your questions, and your curiosity. You don’t need to worry about having everything figured out – that’s what we’re here to discover.
What Else?
Who Uses Brainstorming Sessions?
Current clients: People in my other programmes who need extra support on specific challenges.
Independent writers: Authors working solo who need occasional expert input.
Former clients: People who’ve completed programmes with me and return when they hit new obstacles.
Other coaches’ clients: Writers working with different coaches who want my specific perspective on story-driven non-fiction.
DIY authors: People who prefer to work independently but recognise the value of expert input at crucial moments.
Add-On: Developmental Editing
- If you book two brainstorming sessions, I can offer developmental editing support:
What this includes:
- Reading sections of your manuscript
- Feedback on structure, flow, and story development
- Suggestions for strengthening themes and connections
- Guidance on pacing and reader engagement
- Honest assessment of what’s working and what needs attention
What Developmental Editing Isn’t
- Line editing or proofreading (that’s a different skill set)
- Rewriting your content
- Changing your voice or style
- Making your book sound like everyone else’s
What Makes These Sessions Different
No agenda beyond solving your problem:
I’m not trying to sell you anything else or fit you into a programme.
13 years of experience:
I’ve seen most book challenges before and have creative solutions ready.
Story-driven focus:
My expertise is specifically in books that blend personal narrative with wisdom, exactly what you’re creating.
AI partnership expertise:
I know how to use technology to enhance creativity without replacing human insight. But if you think it’s the devil’s spawn – do tell me.
Honest feedback:
I’ll tell you what I really think, not what I think you want to hear.